Biomedical Excellence for Safer Transfusion
  • Biomedical Excellence for Safer Transfusion (BEST)
    Biomedical Excellence for Safer Transfusion (BEST)

    BEST Collaborative is an international research organization with a vision to lead the field of transfusion medicine and cellular therapies toward the best…

  • BEST Membership
    BEST Membership

    The BEST collaborative is a unique free-standing group of over 170 manufacturers, clinicians, and scientists from 22 countries committed to improving transfusion…

  • BEST Meetings
    BEST Meetings

    BEST meetings are held twice per year. and attendance is open to all members. Invited guests may attend with pre-approval of the Chair.

  • Press Releases
    Press Releases

    Official notices regarding significant publications, special events, and member news.

  • Recommended Procedures
    Recommended Procedures

    Several best practice documents are available for download

  • Sponsorship
    Sponsorship

    Any commercial organization or Blood Service interested in advancing the purpose of BEST may become a supporter of BEST by paying the annual dues amount; providing a…

Latest News

Call for Scott Murphy Memorial Lecture Applications

The Application period for the April 2024 meeting is now closed.

Press Release 21 Sept 2023

Rebecca Cardigan, PhD elected President, effective Oct 2023

Press Release 07 September 2023

Award Recipient of 31st Scott Murphy Memorial Award Lectureship Announced

BEST LXVII Amsterdam Meeting Countdown Friday, April 12, 2024 08:00 am CEST
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Member News

  • Please be sure to keep your contact information on the website up to date so you can be assured of receiving our email updates.
  • The next BEST Meeting will be held in Nashville, TN October 10-11, 2023. Onsite registration will open shortly.
  • We will be also hold this meeting using the Zoom Events format with the same agenda and in Nashiville Time. Pre-registration is required using the individual email sent to each member and approved guest.
  • Please be sure to review the BEST Authorship Policy. BEST Members may find this information in the Members Area > References > Administrative Issues. This area is now searchable.
 

Spring 2024

Amsterdam

BEST Meeting LXVII

The Spring 2024 Meeting is confirmed for Amsterdam, Netherlands

Important News

  • The meeting dates are set for April 12-13, 2024
  • The meeting venue is the DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station 
  • A room block is not being established, but a 10% discount will be available at the meeting venue. Details on this and the dinner venue will be available in August 2023.

Fall 2024

Galveston

BEST Meeting LXVIII

The Fall 2024 Meeting is planned for Galveston, TX

Important News

  • The meeting and dinner venues have been confirmed.
  • The AABB Annual Meeting is scheduled for October 19-22, 2204 in Houston. The BEST meeting will be held on October 16-17, 2024. Please note that many of our members have AABB Meetings that they must attend on October 18th.
  • We will announce the arrangement details as soon as they are available.
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How often are BEST Meetings held?

Meetings are held twice per year and are open to all BEST Members. Member attendance and participation at these meetings is highly encouraged and allows the opportunity for highly productive discussions. Meetings will be held whenever reasonably feasible in conjunction with professional society meetings commonly attended by members.

An invited guest of a current BEST Member may attend an individual BEST Meeting with pre-approval of the current President. Approvals are required for EACH meeting regardless of location and include virtual attendance as well.

How do I become a BEST Scientific Member?

A call for Scientific Membership occurs every four years. The last call was held in Spring 2022, and the application period closed in June 2022, after which time the Board of Directors will make their selections. The new 4-year term will begin following the conclusion of the September 2022 meeting.

Individuals who are members of organizations interested in becoming sponsoring members should view the information HERE.

How do I get information on Sponsorship by my Organization?

Any commercial organization or Blood Service interested in advancing the mission of BEST may become a supporter of BEST by paying the annual dues amount and providing a Member at meetings to participate in discussions.

More details may be found HERE.

For information about sponsoring BEST Collaborative, please contact The BEST Collaborative President, Ziggy Szczepiorkowski, MD

How do I retrieve my member login credentials?

Please be aware that passwords are encrypted and current passwords cannot be retrieved, verified or sent to you. You must use the "Forgot Login?" function to reset your password. You may change your password in the "My Membership Info" in the Members Area once you successfully log in.

The "Forgot Login" function has the capability of retrieving your username. You must have access to the same email address used for your membership information. If you no longer have access to that email address, please contact the the BEST Executive Director at eileenselogie@besetcollaborative.org .

Please be aware that NO user information will be sent to anyone other than directly to the individual to which it belongs. Requests for login assistance by other colleagues or personal assistants cannot be honored.

How do I get Meeting Materials?

All meeting materials are posted in the Members Area of the website. Files are secure PDFs and are not able to be sent directly to individuals. Pre- approved and registered meeting guests will be distributed an abbreviated version separately. 

Meeting materials are posted approximately 2 weeks in advance of each meeting.